How To Fix EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL024 - Specification type &1 is not assigned to a material category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL - General Messages

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Specification type &1 is not assigned to a material category

What causes this issue?

Specification type &V1& for substance &V2& is not assigned to a material
category.

System Response

The system cannot read the configuration of the material category.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Change the configuration of the specification type in the
<DS:SIMG.EHPRC_MATCDC>Assign Material Category to Compliance Data </>
Customizing activity.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL024 - Specification type &1 is not assigned to a material category ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CPM_GENERAL024 indicates that a specification type is not assigned to a material category in the context of SAP's Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) module, specifically within the context of Product Compliance Management (CPM). This error typically arises when you are trying to create or manage specifications for materials that do not have the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Assignment: The specification type you are trying to use is not linked to the material category of the material you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the system where the specification types and material categories are not properly defined or linked.
  Incorrect Material Category: The material you are trying to assign the specification to may not belong to the correct category that supports the specified type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Specification Type Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for EHS and check the assignment of specification types to material categories.
  Ensure that the specification type you are trying to use is assigned to the material category of the material in question.
  
  
  
  Assign Specification Type to Material Category:
  
  If the specification type is not assigned, you will need to create the assignment.
  In the configuration, find the option to assign specification types to material categories and add the necessary link.
  
  
  
  Verify Material Category:
  
  Check the material category of the material you are working with.
  Ensure that it is the correct category that should be associated with the specification type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to EHS and CPM for more detailed guidance on managing specification types and material categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, MM03 for material master display, or C223 for checking specification types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in EHS and CPM.